Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Disorders of the endocrine system and metabolism are often connected. The endocrine system involves glands that produce hormones. Hormones help your body use energy, grow and stay in balance. When they don’t work properly, it can affect your health in many ways.
Our team cares for people with all endocrine and metabolism disorders, including:
- Type 1, 2 and gestational diabetes
- Thyroid, pituitary and adrenal diseases
- Bone health problems like osteoporosis
- Obesity
- Endocrine tumors
- Reproductive hormone concerns
We treat common and complex conditions and offer a range of treatments including GLP1s and other medications, insulin and hormone replacement and surgery. We’ll work with you to address your symptoms, concerns and goals.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all diabetes and endocrine conditions, including:
- Growth hormone disease
Meet Your Care Team
Why Choose Vanderbilt for Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Care
- Experience you can trust
You’ll receive care from a team with deep experience and training. Our specialists have spent decades caring for patients and advancing research in endocrinology and metabolism. Your care is based on the latest evidence and trusted by patients and referring doctors across the region.
- A team centered on your needs
Vanderbilt Health brings together specialized providers, advanced technology and research in one connected system. If your care is part of a more complex health concern, we’ll work with experts in all areas related to your care to tailor a treatment plan just for you
- Access to new options
Our researchers are leaders in exploring ways to improve care. You may have the option to take part in studies called clinical trials, which test promising new approaches under close monitoring. Participation is always your choice. We’ll give you the information you need to decide. Explore clinical trials.
- Nationally recognized diabetes care
For more than 50 years, Vanderbilt Health has been a nationally recognized leader in diabetes research. Our discoveries have shaped how diabetes is treated. The American Diabetes Association recognizes our education programs to help you manage your diabetes and reach your health goals.
- Convenient infusion therapy
If your treatment plan includes infusion care (medicine delivered by IV), you’ll have flexible options. Vanderbilt Health has multiple infusion centers, many with evening hours. You’ll find care at a location and time that works for you.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Lifestyle changes
- Non-insulin injectables
- Oral medications
- Surgery